Auction 2012 - University Child Development School

OUR VISION IS TO MAKE THIS SPACE A PLAYGROUND THAT CARS GET TO PARK IN TWICE A DAY INSTEAD OF A PARKING LOT THAT KIDS GET TO PLAY IN EACH DAY.
dear friends of ucds
Welcome to the UCDS Auction 2012: The 100 Years Tour.
What we can see this evening is the result of many
months of dazzling vision, intense collaboration and
clever procurement. I am inspired by so many of you in our
community who have contributed your precious time and
talent, thank you! We are fortunate once again this year
to have the exceptional leadership of Auction Chair Dina
Wampold. My sincere gratitude goes to Dina and to each of
our committee chairs.
Each year, proceeds from the auction support major
initiatives that directly benefit our students, our
professional culture for faculty, and access for our families.
Auction proceeds are responsible for the recent addition
of whiteboards and technology carts you see in every
classroom. Prior auctions have also ensured the success
of our long-range strategy to fund the people who enrich
our community, our teachers and families.
Last year, we rolled out a new two-year objective: the
re-imagination of our playground. A group of our most
experienced teachers investigated the role of play in
development and learning, and they facilitated lively
discussions with the entire faculty. Together, we have
determined how to amp up our outdoor space to ensure
that recess continues to play a truly meaningful role in
our curriculum. The first part of this major playground
transformation was completed last summer with the
addition of our new sport court and giant sandbox. The
largest part of the project that still remains includes a turf
field, a new water feature, and large trees interspersed
throughout. By raising your bid card this evening, you will
also have an opportunity to continue our commitment to
fund teacher excellence and access for families through
financial aid.
We are privileged all of you were able to join us tonight.
To everyone who volunteered and generously donated, we
are enormously thankful. Together we can continue to
create the electrifying learning spaces and inspiring
challenges our children enjoy everyday.
With appreciation,
Paula Smith
Head of School